Buyer’s choice is a tool that can push sales higher in a charity live auction.
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Live auction slideshows should be heavy on photos and light on text. Here’s some examples.
Continue readingIf you’re tasked with putting the live auction packages into the sale order, here are guidelines to follow.
Continue readingA committee member asked me, “How do you know if an item is right for the live auction or is better for the silent?” Here are 8 considerations to help you decide.
Continue readingThe first fundraising galas of 2022 won’t mimic the events of 2019. Gala chairs are making these changes to accommodate for what was learned about the spread of COVID-19.
Continue readingIf you work for an association, your live auction will have a few different items in it than a standard nonprofit auction. In this video, I give examples for four types of associations I’ve supported. Industry trade associations for businesses As…
Continue readingAn auction item had a misleading description that I discovered while preparing for the gala. In the video, I share I believe in doing item research.
Continue readingThis auction donation — which became popularized during COVID-19 — will stick around long after coronavirus is gone.
Continue readingGenerally speaking, I’m not a fan of comparing the numbers of your benefit auction to other events. Results vary by region, guest capacity, the cause, the type of event, and other factors. Furthermore, unless you are able to see all of the data …
Continue readingIn a typical fundraising auction, 10% to 20% of the crowd will actively participate in the live auction. Among those participating, I’ve observed some distinct personalities. From Starters to Buyers, here are my live auction bidder archetypes.
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